Bovada Poker
Bovada Poker is an online poker room that is for USA players only. Once Bodog Poker in the US, the room was completely revamped and re-launched with a new name, new management and a whole new look. The action and the traffic are still the same and the tournament action is better than ever. With a larger welcome bonus than before, players are sure to love Bovada Poker just as much now if not more so than before.
Software
The software is still sleek, sexy and modern with a touch of technological genius. Players with any operating system can get into the action quickly and easily with a simple download, which only takes minutes to complete. The registration is straightforward and fast, giving players more time at the tables. The software runs smooth and bug free, making the table action enjoyable for all players. There are tons of functions players can use to make their playtime even more personal as well and hand histories for players to use for easy reference.
Bonuses
The welcome bonus at Bovada is much more generous than what was offered at Bodog Poker. The welcome bonus offers players up to $1,000 free on their first deposit and a free entry into the new depositors freeroll $100k qualifier. There are tons of promotions going on at all times, such as the King of the Felt event and much more which can be found on the promotion page of the website.
There is always an event, tournament or bonus available when players log on to play. No matter what you are into, Bovada have you covered.
Tournaments
The tournament action is hot and there are always tournaments going on. Whether you like Sit N Go’s, Buy-ins, Freerolls or Guarantees there is always a competition waiting for you to show off your skills at the tables. Every Sunday there is a $100k guaranteed prize pool for the taking and all you have to do is play. Claim your fair share of the prize pool and start climbing your way to the top of the leader board at Bovada.
Competition & Traffic
The numbers may be a bit low as this is just for USA players only and the transformation was quite recent. The competition should me a mixture of skilled and new players as well. There are plenty of tournaments and cash games available for all table limits, meaning any type of player will be able to find their way and a game that suits their needs. The soft competition will be mainly found at the low limit tables while the skilled players are found mid-limit or high limit Holdem tables.
Games Offered
The games on offer are the usual suspects. Holdem, Omaha, Hi-Lo games and Seven Card Stud are playable in both cash game and tournament settings and as previously mentioned the table limits are flexible. There is even a beginners playing guide available for players that may need a bit of assistance getting started at the tables. All games offered have a game guide on the website.
Banking
As this room is strictly USA friendly the banking options are limited. There are a few ways to fund your account at Bovada Poker but there aren’t as many as you would find at other poker rooms online. Bitcoin, Credit Cards, Rapid Transfer, and Bank Wires are a few of the methods available. The minimum deposit is $25 and there is different withdrawal limits placed on the methods for cashing out.
The minimum deposit is $50
Customer Support
The support team is available through multiple lines of communication. Players can contact support through telephone, email or live chat 24/7 for assistance in all aspects of the site. If live help is not available, emails are answered in a timely manner and players can rest assured that all issues are resolved quickly and efficiently.